I regret saying some things I shouldn't have said.

the election of Barack Obama is an historic moment for our country, there are a lot of people in America who did not believe they would ever see this day.

Thank you for your courage. Thank you for your sacrifice, and thank you for standing up when your nation needed you most.

We will ask administration officials to brief the Obama team on ongoing policy issues ranging from the financial markets to the war in Iraq. I look forward to discussing those issues with the president-elect early next week.

Homeownership is the highest rate ever.

Home ownership is the highest rate ever.

And we know we've got to get something done as quickly as possible. And this meeting is an attempt to move the process forward. My hope is that we can reach an agreement very shortly.

With the situation becoming more precarious by the day, I face the choice to step in with dramatic government action or to stand back and allow the irresponsible actions of some to undermine the financial security of all.

America's economy is facing unprecedented challenges. And we're responding with unprecedented action.

The American people can be sure we will continue to act to strengthen and stabilize our financial markets and improve investor confidence.

I'm not going to go to the convention. I'm not going to appear to be celebrating or cheering if the Gulf Coast is going to get hit once again.

It's hard for a citizen to pull up stakes and move out of their home. And face the uncertainty that comes when you're not at home. And I want to thank those citizens who listened carefully to the local authorities and evacuated.